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If you are passionate person who loves sharing your knowledge and connecting with others, the Cultural Program Leader may be the position for you!
The role of this position is to create unique guided cultural experiences for park visitors, helping them to understand Saugeen Ojibway Nation’s relationship with the land and waters here.
The successful candidate will consult with community knowledge holders, research, learn, plan, write, and lead natural and cultural heritage programs and activities for visitors and community members in various park locations. This can include activities such as guided hikes, crafting workshops, big canoe paddling tours, culinary experiences, special event outreach booths, etc.
Bruce Peninsula National Park and Fathom Five National Marine Park are located at the tip of the Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula in the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation. The two parks are known for the rugged shoreline scenery, turquoise water, historic shipwrecks, and incredible natural diversity. Located just a few hours’ drive from the Greater Toronto Area, the parks welcome approximately 750,000 visitors per year coming for inspiration, recreation, and connection with nature.
The Cultural Program Leader will be a part of the 5-person Interpretation team, within the larger Visitor Experience department made up of 50+ employees during peak season.
This position is based out of the Parks Canada Visitor Centre in Tobermory. Hours are varied and include evenings, weekends and holidays.
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✅ Job stability
⚖️ Work-life balance
📅 Paid vacation and leave
💰 Pension and retirement benefits
🩺 Health and dental benefits
📚 Training and professional development
🏞️ Working in beautiful locations
📈 Transfer and promotion opportunities
🤝 Access to employee support networks
🍁 Contribution to public service
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This process may be used to create a pool of qualified candidates to staff similar position(s) with various tenures, security levels and/or language requirements or in different locations.
Positions to be filled: 1
Your résumé.
Contact information for 2 references.
Education:
A secondary school diploma or acceptable combination of education, training, experience and/or traditional knowledge relevant to position.
Experience:
• Experience in the development and delivery of nature and culture programs using a wide variety of communication, presentation, or interpretation techniques, such as storytelling, guided walks, demonstrations, crafting, theatre, music, props, etc.
• Experience in developing and nurturing meaningful relationships with people of diverse backgrounds, lived experiences and perspectives (First Nations, Indigenous, and non-Indigenous people)
English essential
Information on language requirements
Knowledge:
• Knowledge of Saugeen Ojibway Nation community, culture and history
• Knowledge of the natural and cultural heritage of the Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula
Competencies:
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Thinking things through
• Working effectively with others
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented
Abilities:
• Appropriate use of interpretive theory and techniques
• Communicates effectively (written)
• Communicates effectively (oral)
Operational Requirements:
• Work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays
• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment
• Stand, walk, hike for prolonged periods
• May be required to handle wildlife and/or captive educational animals
• Work and/or travel in varied terrains, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation
• Possession or willingness to obtain a valid First Aid and CPR (level C and AED)
• Reliability status security clearance
• Possession of a valid class G or G2 driver’s licence
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
Application Process
1. Online Screening Questions: Clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience requirements.
• Provide detailed information about your education and experience.
• Be specific and provide concrete examples for each experience element.
• Incomplete applications may be rejected.
2. Proof of Education: Candidates will need to provide proof of their education credentials at a later date.
3. Resumés: Used only to validate the experience described in the screening questions.
4. Assessment:
• Written examination
• Interview
• Reference checks
To encourage workforce diversity, consideration may be given to candidates who self-declare as belonging to employment equity groups: Indigenous, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and women.
Parks Canada operates under its own human resources framework, emphasizing fairness, competence, and respect. Each person can participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. If you need accommodation during the evaluation process, please contact us. All information will be kept confidential.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.